This bibliometric overview provides a detailed and comprehensive analysis of the research conducted on Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) technology from 2013 to 2023. The analysis includes a thorough examination of publications, conference papers, and patents related to FDM technology. The overview offers valuable insights into the evolution, current state, and prospective trajectories of FDM technology. The analysis covers a wide range of topics related to FDM technology, including its applications, advancements, limitations, and prospects. This bibliometric overview aims to help researchers gain a deeper understanding of the FDM technology and its potential applications. It offers a comprehensive overview of the current state of research in the field and identifies new areas of research that could lead to significant advancements in FDM technology. The study utilized bibliometric indicators and network analysis methodologies, encompassing keyword analysis, citation metrics, journal productivity, associated publications, and author-related metrics. To conduct this analysis, two freely available software tools, VOSviewer and Bibliometrix 1, were employed.
Rabbaje et al. (2025) studied this question.